US-Iran Deal & Lebanon: G7 leaders welcomed an interim US-Iran ceasefire framework and pressed for a Lebanon ceasefire, while also warning Iran must never obtain nuclear weapons; they said they’ll diversify energy routes to cut dependence on the Strait of Hormuz as details of the MoU trickle out ahead of a Swiss signing. Strait of Hormuz Dispute: The draft outlines reopening the key shipping lane, but accounts clash over whether Iran will charge “fees” versus free passage—leaving hundreds of ships reportedly waiting to move. Iran’s Incentive Fund: Reuters reports a $300bn private investment fund to spur a final settlement, with more than half already committed, spanning energy, logistics, manufacturing and transport. Israel’s Pushback in Lebanon: Trump publicly criticized Israel’s Lebanon tactics, saying civilians are being killed and “they’re not all Hezbollah,” while Iran insists Israel’s withdrawal from southern Lebanon is required for the deal to hold. Regional Politics & Security: Qatar joined the first Arab forum on administrative justice in Cairo, while Pakistan facilitated repatriation of 30 Iranian nationals via Karachi. Domestic/Other: UK officials face scrutiny over a London real-estate event that promoted properties in illegal Israeli settlements “by mistake,” and Türkiye reiterated plans for affordable, safe nuclear power with domestic content.